Buddhist Symbols or Buddha Symbols or Symbolism in Buddhism are used in as a imagination and visualization form a major technique in meditation practices. Buddhist symbols or Symbolism in Buddhism need to be considered within the culture of the people who follow it. So Buddhist symbols Symbolism in Buddhism relate to ancient India and can be found in Hinduism as well, although possibly with a somewhat different meaning.
It is said that the Buddha was reluctant to accept images of himself, as he did not like to be venerated as a person. To symbolise the Buddha in the very early art, one used following buddhist symbols :
